ROASTED BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH PEARS

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This year I decided to create this roasted Brussels sprouts with pears recipe for Thanksgiving dinner. This easy dish uses only a handful of ingredients but still feels special. Apples, fresh figs and pecans are also delicious with these sprouts. -David Ross, Spokane Valley, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1-1/2 pounds Brussels sprouts, halved
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 large pear, cut into 1/2- inch thick slices
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
3/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed

Steps:

Preheat oven to 400°. Place Brussels sprouts in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan; toss with oil, salt and pepper. Roast 20 minutes, stirring halfway. Add pear and walnuts to pan. Roast until Brussels sprouts are lightly charred and tender, 15-20 minutes., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, bring vinegar to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until syrupy, 8-10 minutes., In a large bowl, combine Brussels sprouts mixture, balsamic syrup and rosemary; toss to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 346mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges